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    Bowen, Jonas, George- Silversmiths, Silver platers.

    James Bowen, my x5 great grandfather was George’s brother.
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    Bowen, Jonas, George- Silversmiths, Silver platers.

    That might / should be me :)
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    Bowen, Jonas, George- Silversmiths, Silver platers.

    Yes, that is true. Thank you for the info.
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    Bowen, Jonas, George- Silversmiths, Silver platers.

    Hi Linda, This is interesting, My great uncle - Harold Bowen (1908-1980) emigrated to Barrie, Ontario in 1930.
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    Links : Jewellery Quarter Research Group (now Trust) site

    Hi Brian, is there any possibility to have a look at the photos of the Bowen's resting place. I visited both cemeteries two weeks ago but could not find them. TIA Nigel Bowen
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    Links : Jewellery Quarter Research Group (now Trust) site

    Hi Dotti. Thomas Bowen born 1744 in Birmingham. Married Sarah Gardiner 5th March 1764 at St Martins. Thats as far back as I've managed to get, so-far. James was my great grandfather x5, he was a clockmaker. Your tree aligns with mine. However, I have different birth dates to yours. By my...
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    Links : Jewellery Quarter Research Group (now Trust) site

    thanks for your response, Lyn. I'm trying to trace my family back as far as is possible and have hit a stop with Thomas.
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    Links : Jewellery Quarter Research Group (now Trust) site

    Could someone please tell me where i can find the 1744 census for Birmingham. I am looking for information on Thomas Bowen born 1744, married Sarah Gardiner, 5th March 1764. Thanks in advance.
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    Links : Jewellery Quarter Research Group (now Trust) site

    Hi Dottieau, Jonas bowen snr was my great x6 grandfather. I am curious as to your connection. regards, Nigel Bowen
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